Bradford T. answered 11/01/22
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3x+8y=12
y = (-3/8)x +12/8 So, m = -3/8
For parallel line, use same slope, but b = -10
y = (-3/8)x-10
Savannah B.
asked 11/01/22Find an equation of the line that (a) has y-intercept of -10 and (b) is parallel to the line 3x+8y=123x+8y=12.
Write your answer in the form y=mx+b
Bradford T. answered 11/01/22
Retired Engineer / Upper level math instructor
3x+8y=12
y = (-3/8)x +12/8 So, m = -3/8
For parallel line, use same slope, but b = -10
y = (-3/8)x-10
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